Creative lens flare

    dramatic lens flare effect, with a bright light source creating colorful streaks and halos across the image, highlighting the challenges of achieving artistic lens flare in photography.

    What Is Lens Flare and How to Use It Creatively
    Dec 26, 2025 Darlene Lleno

    Creative lens flare transforms technical flaws into stunning artistic effects by controlling how bright light scatters inside your lens. This guide covers golden hour techniques, aperture settings, advanced methods like ring of fire effects, and practical applications for portraits, landscapes, and wedding photography.